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Mast Cell Matters: Deep dives on MCAS with Tania Dempsey, MD - Presented by The POTScast

Mast Cell Matters: Deep dives on MCAS with Tania Dempsey, MD - Presented by The POTScast

By: Tania Dempsey MD with Jill Brook MA
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 Each episode is a deep dive on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) with a top physician, researcher or other expert who specializes in treating patients with MCAS. Hosted by Johns-Hopkins-trained world renowned specialist Tania Dempsey, MD, we take a practical approach to helping doctors and patients better manage MCAS. We cover the symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment, challenges, practical strategies, common comorbidities (e.g., POTS, hypermobility spectrum disorders, ME/CFS, autoimmunity, GI dysmotility), latest research findings and clinical pearls. These episodes are a monthly feature of The POTScast, presented by Standing Up to POTS, a non-profit dedicated to improving life for those with POTS and related chronic illness. Check out our full podcast — with other types of great episodes — at ThePOTScast.com.© 2023 Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
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  • Dr. Alexis Cutchins on venous compressions, POTS, MCAS, MALS and more

    Dr. Alexis Cutchins on venous compressions, POTS, MCAS, MALS and more
    Jun 10 2025

    This is an excellent discussion for patients and practitioners alike who are interested in the connections between MCAS, POTS, venous compression, pelvic venous disorder, and MALS. Cardiologist Dr. Cutchins and Dr. Tania Dempsey share tons of information plus their latest thinking on how to treat patients with these complex presentations, including an in-depth conversation about how MCAS patients are faring with stenting procedures for venous compressions.

    You can follow Dr. Cutchins on Instagram at @drcutchins

    Dr. Cutchins’s website is here.

    Dr. Dempey’s website is here.

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    53 mins
  • Women’s sexual health with Dr. Anna Cabeca

    Women’s sexual health with Dr. Anna Cabeca
    May 12 2025

    Dr. Anna Cabeca started her career as a researcher and busy physician, until her own fertility issues drove her to search the world over for better solutions for women's sexual health. In this interview with Dr. Dempsey we learn about hormones, symptoms, treatments, natural alternatives, that vaginal health is important for overall health, and much more.

    Dr. Cabeca's website is here: https://drannacabeca.com/

    Dr. Dempsey's website is here: https://drtaniadempsey.com/

    If you liked this episode, we hope you will click subscribe so that you don't miss an episode. If you are so moved, donations are accepted to help to support our production costs https://www.standinguptopots.org/donate

    Tell us what you think of The POTScast or send us your idea at info@standinguptopots.org!

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    Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to serve as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health related issues, please contact a qualified health professional to get the personalized assessment, advice, and treatment that you need. Standing Up to POTS will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising from the use of this podcast.
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    47 mins
  • MCAS in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics with Donna Kirchoff, MD, FAAP

    MCAS in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics with Donna Kirchoff, MD, FAAP
    Apr 15 2025

    Dr. Donna Kirchoff is an integrative developmental and behavioral pediatrician who works with children who have complex conditions, often involving MCAS, autism and other neuroinflammatory conditions like PANS and PANDAS. In this episode she and Dr. Dempsey discuss the role of mast cells in these conditions and what can be done to help these young patients.

    Dr. Kirchoff's website is here.

    Dr. Dempsey's website is here.

    If you liked this episode, we hope you will click subscribe so that you don't miss an episode. If you are so moved, donations are accepted to help to support our production costs https://www.standinguptopots.org/donate

    Tell us what you think of The POTScast or send us your idea at info@standinguptopots.org!

    Find out more about Standing Up to POTS! Check us out on our
    Website: www.standinguptopots.org
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/standinguptopots/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standinguptopots/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/POTSActivist
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    Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to serve as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health related issues, please contact a qualified health professional to get the personalized assessment, advice, and treatment that you need. Standing Up to POTS will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising from the use of this podcast.
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    50 mins
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